Racism is the belief that belonging to a particular race means a person has inherent characteristics that one deemed either superior or inferior. Based on racist belief, prejudice and discrimination are still alive today, though important figures as Martin L. King Jr. lead the movements to end this and enact anti-segregation laws. These ideas are being transmitted to younger generations despite the progress that has been made. The minorities and people who are victimized by this injustice find it often difficult to focus on the task at hand and the goals they set out for. When victimized, people often respond in two ways: acting out in a violent manner, or fighting against others. For African Americans, it is important to advocate self-control,
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By responding productively you acknowledge the other person’s view, by establishing a common ground. Then you create an understanding of the statements or questions. For example, “Can you give us the Black perspective on Toni Morrison, Huck Finn, slavery, Martin Luther King, Jr., and other” (Giovanni113)? In this question what is being asked, is your viewpoint on important historical figures. To simply answer that question you politely say, “I can give you my perspective” (Giovanni 113). Though they are asking you as an African American, you are only one person, so do not try to speak for everybody else. “We are prone to let our mental life become invaded by legions of half truths, prejudices, and propaganda”(King). Do not take things offensively; instead stimulate the question into helpful knowledge for others. The more questions asked, the more practice you have to answer in an appropriate manner, which begins to change ideas about African Americans. Use that progress and give insight on the misconceptions. As well as promote self worth, make it known that you do not see yourself as a victim. “Intelligence plus character--that is the goal of true education”(King). You aspire the same success as those who are determined, so respect yourself and those behind will follow. In continuation of the advancement, gather people and do it together. Work as one in harmony advocating self worth as African Americans. There is nothing better than people of the same interest, goals, and characters working as one. When groups of people are challenged with a question, the response from collective ideas is more likely to be
By responding productively you acknowledge the other person’s view, by establishing a common ground. Then you create an understanding of the statements or questions. For example, “Can you give us the Black perspective on Toni Morrison, Huck Finn, slavery, Martin Luther King, Jr., and other” (Giovanni113)? In this question what is being asked, is your viewpoint on important historical figures. To simply answer that question you politely say, “I can give you my perspective” (Giovanni 113). Though they are asking you as an African American, you are only one person, so do not try to speak for everybody else. “We are prone to let our mental life become invaded by legions of half truths, prejudices, and propaganda”(King). Do not take things offensively; instead stimulate the question into helpful knowledge for others. The more questions asked, the more practice you have to answer in an appropriate manner, which begins to change ideas about African Americans. Use that progress and give insight on the misconceptions. As well as promote self worth, make it known that you do not see yourself as a victim. “Intelligence plus character--that is the goal of true education”(King). You aspire the same success as those who are determined, so respect yourself and those behind will follow. In continuation of the advancement, gather people and do it together. Work as one in harmony advocating self worth as African Americans. There is nothing better than people of the same interest, goals, and characters working as one. When groups of people are challenged with a question, the response from collective ideas is more likely to be